The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has taken the mantle of adventure touring to new heights. Its 1157cc four-stroke Boxer engine boasts 105 horsepower at 7,000 rpm, with a maximum rev limit of 8,000 rpm, allowing for confident riding in any terrain.
Telelever front suspension and a Paralever rear system with WAD (Wheel Absorption Damping) strut provide exceptional handling and stability, while the die-cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm allows for continuous spring preload adjustment.
The Adventure’s unique blend of sporty handling and off-road capability is further enhanced by its revised transmission, which offers shorter ratios and a more responsive feel.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1170 cc / 71.4 in.
Max Power
73 kw / 98 hp
Max Torque
115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 ft-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.7 US gallons / 33.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
564.4 lbs / 256 kg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 1200GS Adventure
Year
2008
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Telelever, stanchion ∅41mm, central spring strut, spring preload 9 times mechanically adjustable.
Front Suspension Travel
8.3 inches / 210 mm
Rear Suspension
Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable.
Rear Suspension Travel
8.7 inches / 220 mm
Trail
101 mm / 4.0 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
110/80 ZR19
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
4.00 x 17
Rear Tire Size
150/70 ZR17
Front Brakes
2 x 305mm discs, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 265 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Wheelbase
59.3 inches / 1507 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.7 US gallons / 33.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
564.4 lbs / 256 kg
Dry Weight
223kg / 492 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
Electronic intake pipe injection and digital engine management
4 valves per cylinder
Overrun fuel cutoff
Dual ignition
6-speed transmission
Telelever front suspension
41mm stanchion
Central spring strut
9 times mechanically adjustable spring preload
Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm
BMW Motorrad Paralever
WAD strut (travel-related damping)
Hydraulically adjustable spring pre-load
Continuously variable rebound damping
Handwheel adjustable spring pre-load
33-litre fuel tank
Shaft drive
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